The Dos and Don’ts of Requesting College Recommendations
A list of things you should and shouldn’t do when asking for a recommendation
Some college applications require you to submit recommendations. Because this
is such an important part of your application, you should be as organized as
possible. To help you with this process, here is a list of things you should and
shouldn’t do when asking for a recommendation.
DO begin early. Most recommenders need at least two weeks, to write
recommendations, maybe longer. Ask them as far in advance of an application
deadline as you can to be sure your recommendation gets prepared in a timely
manner.
DON’T wait until the last minute to ask for a recommendation. Teachers
and administrators are busy people. In addition to their regular work, they are
probably getting requests for recommendations from many other students.
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